Earthquake - 10AM (VAN)

This route heads west through downtown Vancouver, then turns north along Lakeshore Ave to Ashley Heights and the Felida area. Coast down Felida hill to join the Salmon Creek Trail. Regroup at the rest rooms located at the softball fields. Return southbound via Hazel Dell Ave, Columbia St., duck under the I-5 bridge eastbound and near the end we climb Blandford hill. Option 1 adds in a 7 mile loop along Salmon Creek Ave, past Pleasant Valley Elem. to 119th St. Then a fun climb up Stutz Rd., and rejoin the main route on Hazel Dell Ave southbound.

Note: for a shorter, easier version of this route, (22 mi) check out the Mini-Quake route.

Notes:

Please arrive 15 minutes early to sign up and be a part of the announcements and safety briefing. Riders are expected to have read the Safe Riding Policyand be familiar with the Ride Style Definitions. Please direct questions to the ride leader or Road Captain. Helmets are required. Lights (front and rear), RoadIDs and cell phones are recommended. Please make sure to print a ride cue sheet, if you need one. Make sure your bike is in good working order. Riders should be able to maintain the stated pace. Please communicate with the leader if you decide to go off route or not return to the start.

Remember - we want to be awesome representatives for cycling and spread a love for our great sport locally by obeying all traffic laws and riding in a safe and courteous manner.Ride safely and have fun!